Event Manager

Overview: We are looking for a Maternity cover for an Events Manager to ensure the seamless execution of prestigious events globally. This role is instrumental in providing logistical and technical expertise for the orchestration of forums and awards. It demands meticulous attention to detail and will involve international travel.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage awards and conferences worldwide, handling event logistics, assisting speakers, contributing to conference agendas, and coordinating with external suppliers.
• Execute administrative tasks within specified timelines and budgets for each event.
• Collaborate with the events sales and marketing teams to enhance existing agendas, identify growth opportunities, and foster improvements.
• Work closely with the research team to deliver compelling conference agendas and ensure events provide valuable content for senior decision-makers.
• Manage, train, and develop direct reports, ensuring effective workload management.
• Demonstrate experience in budget planning across multiple events.
• Maintain the company’s global events calendar.
• Liaise with sponsors to fulfil contractual publicity obligations.
• Source and book venues, manage AV requirements, logistics, etc.
• Conduct venue and supplier research as needed.
• Maintain accurate databases for event attendees.
• Assist the event team with general administrative duties, including organizing mailing lists, creating name badges, and packing goodie bags.

Skills and Experience

• Strong management and team development skills.
• Demonstrated ability to succeed and take ownership of the entire event planning cycle.
• Capacity to manage multiple events concurrently.
• Effective collaboration within a team environment and with internal/external stakeholders.
• Autonomy in work, thriving in high-pressure situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building meaningful relationships.

Person Specification

• Highly self-motivated and proactive.
• Confident in communication with senior stakeholders.
• Professional appearance and telephone manner.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and exhibit initiative.
• Additional language proficiency is beneficial.
• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK with no travel restrictions.
• Experience managing a team.
• Good organisation and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• High level of competency with Office suite.
• Experience using virtual event platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple events at once.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.

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